Mediterranean shrimp orzo bowls: Discover a Fresh Delight!
Mediterranean shrimp orzo bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with tender orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal or a refreshing lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the shrimp.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and oregano, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing cold dish.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the shrimp while cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg